Software Engineer I, Post Trade

Tower Research Capital, a high-frequency proprietary trading firm founded in 1998, seeks a Software Engineer to join our Post-Trade team.

The Post-Trade & Finance Technology division is responsible for providing comprehensive and accurate transactional through robust reconciliation processes focusing on efficiency through automation.

Responsibilities

• Developing the firm’s Post Trade Platform tools - including reference data management, trade capture, transaction master, trade cost management.
• Work closely with the global stakeholders to perform business functions efficiently. Translate business requirements into technical tasks.
• Drive design, development, implementation and maintenance of projects/products. 
• Responsible for technological innovation in build-out of the new generation of middle office and back-office applications and processes. 
• Continuously look for process improvements via automation and/or better monitoring tools. 

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s or master's degree or equivalent in computer science or a related field
• 0-1 years of experience in software development
• Strong problem solving abilities
• Strong Linux skills and ability to pick up new data tools and concepts quickly and knowledge of shell scripts
• Strong Knowledge of Python, Java/JEE with messaging middleware
• Solid understanding of RDBMS and familiarity with NoSQL databases and good understanding of data modeling concepts
• Good communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Experience in financial services is a plus

Benefits

While we work hard, Tower’s cubicle-free workplace, jeans-clad workforce, and well-stocked kitchens reflect the premium the firm places on quality of life. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and discretionary bonuses
• 401(k) with company matching
• 5 weeks of paid vacation per year plus 11 paid holidays
• Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks on a daily basis
• Reimbursement for health and wellness expenses
• Free events and workshops
• Donation matching program

Tower Research Capital is an equal opportunity employer.